Nissan’s headline act at the 2012 Sao Paulo Motor Show is this, the Nissan EXTREM. The concept was previewed just over a week ago in the form of a couple of artistic splatters. The EXTREM is a youthful concept designed to match the vibrant, outgoing nature of Sao Paulo and its inhabitants.
Shiro Nakamura, Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer at Nissan said of the project: “Brazil is a country of great natural beauty and it has a passionate, rich culture. But this is not always reflected in the cars on its streets, especially the more affordable locally produced vehicles which tend to be conservative in design, colour and specification. EXTREM, with a dynamic, high-character design, is far from conservative. It was created to appeal to the country’s growing band of city-based young professionals who are passionate about design and want to make a personal statement. The lightweight two-door 2+2, has a dynamic stance, fresh surfacing, and a clear rugged ability to tackle the urban jungle everyday.”
Nissan have developed the concept to be an “urban rally car”. That means it needed to be agile yet rugged. Able to weave through city traffic, and also take the odd door ding in its stride. Its high ground clearance belies its compact dimensions, while its coupe-like roofline helps disguise its 2+2 layout. The combination of a wraparound windscreen, floating roof rails and detached C pillars create the feeling of an open, airy cabin.
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